Description
Indulge in the comforting blend of sweet apples, rich Gouda cheese, and savory sausage with this Apple Gouda Sausage Pasta. This dish not only captivates your taste buds but also creates a warm atmosphere for any gathering. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive occasions, it’s a culinary masterpiece that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 12 oz apple chicken sausage (fully cooked)
- 1 cup smoked Gouda cheese (shredded)
- 1 medium fresh apple (diced; Fuji or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- 3. Add Sausage & Apples: Slice the apple chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces and add it to the skillet along with diced apple. Cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- 4. Create Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth while stirring gently. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Incorporate Spinach & Cheese: Add fresh spinach and shredded Gouda cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- 6. Combine with Pasta: Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg